Virtuoso recently hosted its inaugural meet-and-greet for its members in the Middle East & Africa, sponsored by the esteemed Atlantis The Royal Dubai. This exclusive gathering was a key milestone for Virtuoso’s expansion in the region, uniting five of its nine regional member agencies, including representatives from the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia.

The evening began with warm welcoming remarks from Brigid McDonnell, Virtuoso’s General Manager for the Middle East & Africa, and Kyp Charalambous, Vice President of Sales at Atlantis The Royal Dubai. McDonnell emphasized Virtuoso’s commitment to fostering collaboration among its members and preferred partners to cultivate a vibrant community.

“As Virtuoso continues to expand in the Middle East & Africa, our goal is to build a connected and supportive network,” said McDonnell. “By facilitating these casual gatherings quarterly with various partners, we are not just creating business opportunities but establishing the foundation for the Virtuoso community in this region.” “مع توسع Virtuoso في الشرق الأوسط وأفريقيا، هدفنا هو بناء شبكة مترابطة وداعمة.”

Last year marked the first for the Middle East & Africa to operate as a distinct market within Virtuoso, under McDonnell’s dedicated team. The region welcomed six new travel agency members in 2024, highlighting its significant role in luxury travel and further underscoring Virtuoso’s strategic growth to support elite advisors and travelers worldwide.